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S1 EP7 | When Adults Throw Tantrums | Th...

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Welcome to Season 1, Episode 7 of The Messy Podcast!

Tagline: When Adults Throw Tantrums – How to Stay Calm When Others Lose It

In this episode, we explore why adults have emotional outbursts, the cost of engaging vs. detaching, and practical scripts to de-escalate and redirect conflict.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understand why adults throw tantrums due to amygdala hijacks and unmet needs.
  • Learn the cost of engaging in conflicts vs. the benefits of detaching.
  • Discover practical scripts to de-escalate and redirect conflicts.

Practice:

  • Action Step: This week, when someone erupts, practice Detach & Redirect. Text us your wins!

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